Weninger, John H., M.D. 83, of Wichita, KS passed away January 15, 2016. Born to Clarence and Elizabeth Korte Weninger on June 11, 1932, on the farm where he spent his childhood, John attended a one room school in Oatville, KS and graduated from Oxford High School in 1950. He graduated as a Registered Nurse from St. Joseph School of Nursing in 1954, and after studying at Creighton University, graduated from the University of Nebraska Omaha College of Medicine in 1962. He was a family practitioner in Wichita for 44 years and was a member of the American Medical Association, the American Academy of Family Practice, the Kansas Medical Society and the Sedgwick County Medical Society. In 1956, he married Ruth Youngers who preceded him in death in 2004. In 1986, he married Mariann McClellan who preceded him in death in 2011. John was a lifelong Model A Ford car enthusiast and a long standing member of the national and local (Wichita A's) Model A Ford clubs. He loved restoring and driving Model A cars, attending swap meets, and touring in his cars. His other love was medicine and all it encompassed. He not only diagnosed and treated his patients, but he maintained lifelong relationships with many of them, having the second generation of some families in his practice. He is survived by his three children, Joan Roselle (Randy Willman) of Greeley, CO, Joyce Didde (David) of Leawood, KS, and Eric Weninger of Wichita; four grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings, Catherine Lampe of Kingman, KS, Marvin Weninger (Kay) of Knoxville, TN; sister-in-law, Pauline Weninger of Winfield, KS; numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Jean Ellis for her friendship and care of John, especially during his illness. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Wichita A's, P.O. Box 25, Wichita, KS 67201; St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 123 N. Andover Rd., Andover, KS 67002. Visitation 9:30 A.M. Wednesday, January 20, 2016; Rosary at 10:00 A.M. Funeral Mass at 11:00 A.M., all at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church. Downing & Lahey Mortuary East. Share tributes online at: www.dlwichita.com

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Published by Wichita Eagle from Jan. 17 to Jan. 18, 2016.

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Ronald Davis

January 22, 2016

A good friend for many years.

Robert Henline

January 21, 2016

Sorry for your loss. He was our family doctor for many years (3 generations).

Eleanor DeMoss, M.D. Pediatrician

January 20, 2016

Please accept my deepest condolence to the family of Dr. John Weninger. I will never forget him as a colleague who took away my fears and doubts about myself just because he was being himself. I first heard the word "whippersnapper" and thought he was talking about me (he was not). Then I realized I was putting myself down. Thank You Dr. Weninger. You will make the afterlife a better place wherever you are now.

Don Thomas

January 19, 2016

Eric,

I am so sorry for your loss of your father.
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Carol Hladik

January 18, 2016

Dr Weninger was a wonderful person he was my family's doctor in 1969. I was newly married and he delivered my daughter in 1972. We stayed with him until he retired. I never forgot him for the wonderful friend he was to all. My condolences to his lovely family.

Kevin Howard

January 18, 2016

Dr Weninger was my doctor for several years when I was a kid. What a great Doctor and even better man. I then attended KMC and was blessed to know his sweet daughter Joyce. My prayers and thoughts are with all the family. KMC 1979

Dennis Anderson

January 18, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Hold your fond memories close to your heart.
Dennis Anderson & Family

Kathryn Daniels

January 18, 2016

So sorry to hear of your loss. May the good memories help you through this difficult time. John will be remembered as a very good doctor and loving friend. Dr. Robert Daniels always spoke highly of John.

David Baker Family

January 18, 2016

Our deepest sympathies to all of the family. May he rest in God's peace.

M H

January 17, 2016

I met Dr. Weninger when my Mother-in-law came to live with us. He was always very interested, not only how she was doing, but also in how her son and I was doing, saying that we had to care for ourselves before we could care for her, as if we got rundown and sick, who would take care of who ??? He alway made sure we had a laugh with each visit, and treated us like friends and not patient/care-giver. I was so sad when he retired, as I enjoyed talking to him but I knew he earned the right to have time for himself and family, time with his family that was
lost during a demanding practice, caring for his patients in need of care after office hours.
May God comfort and guide you during your time of grief, and hold tight in your heart and mind the memories that will bring you comfort and a laugh when times are tough and rough.
Deepest sympathies to his family and friends, and while I barely knew him, I feel as I lost a friend twice, when he retired and now with his passing, he seemed to be that type of a person, a new friend you just met !!!!!

Susan Rikli

January 17, 2016

I had the priviledge of meeting and spending time with Dr. Weninger. I found him to be a fasinating person. I learned life lessons from him and felt blessed to have crossed paths with him. He will be missed.
Sincerely,
Susan Rikli, LMSW

DENNIS DYE

January 17, 2016

I met john in early 1970's being involved with old cars,.and he was my doc till he retired . had many conversations about cars, model 'A'S, he will surely be missed by many, R.I.P JOHN

Mel Montgomery

January 17, 2016

He was our doctor starting around 1965 or so. In those years, I can remember when he had ashtrays in his waiting room. Boy, have times changed! Best wishes to Dr. Weninger on his new journey, and my condolences to his family.

Larry Goodnight

January 16, 2016

I first met John in 1965 in his office. He delivered my daughters in 1968. We doctored with him until about 1990. He was always a gentle soft spoken man. Liked him from day one and I know he will be missed. We had a lot of laughs together.

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